Tinea Capitis

Asked for Female, 5 months

My daughter (2.5 years old) is suffering from tinea capitis and has also developed lumps behind ears so the doctor suggested me Tab Lamisil 125mg (half tablet) for 4-6 weeks, now the issue is she is not ready to eat it either after suspension ,can I apply her Lamisil cream instead of tablet,will it be as effective as tablet? Can any dermatologist answer this query?

Posted 5 years ago

Responses (1)

Dr. Beenish Ehsan

Family Physician - Karachi

Dear Patient,

I'm sorry to hear that. No, the cream won't be as effective as a tablet.
Continue treatment as is. Give your child 5ml of syrup lederplex daily for 4-6wks to increase her appetite before breakfast.

For further consultation, you can choose from our list of best Dermatologists in Lahore and seek in-person advice.

Dr.Quratul Ain Sajida

Dermatologist, Cosmetologist

Lahore

Dr.Umer Mushtaq

Dermatologist, Cosmetologist

Lahore

Answered 5 years ago

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